Francesca Hong, pro-Palestinian democratic socialist, polling far ahead in Wisconsin governor’s race
One week after notching a significant primary victory in a Midwestern purple state, pro-Palestinian progressives are looking to repeat their success in Wisconsin. The Badger State’s chaotic Democratic primary for governor ends Tuesday with state…
Assessment
A pro-Palestinian democratic socialist is leading the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary, alarming the state party establishment and Jewish groups who worry about electability in a general election. The primary outcome will signal whether the progressive wing can translate primary momentum into statewide victories in a critical purple state. The final results will show whether grassroots energy overrides establishment concerns about foreign policy positions.